Humanistic Therapists in Union City, CA

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Rana Moradhasel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Hello! My name is Rana Moradhasel. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in CA. I have a collaborative non-judgmental approach to therapy. My main focus is to help clients identify thought patterns that are impacting their quality of life and work towards a solution. I am a client-centered therapist with training in CBT and DBT. I utilize existential, spiritual, and solution-focused tools. I treat anxiety, depression, cognitive distortions (negative thought patterns), mood disorders, grief, and adjustment disorders.
Hello! My name is Rana Moradhasel. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in CA. I have a collaborative non-judgmental approach to therapy. My main focus is to help clients identify thought patterns that are impacting their quality of life and work towards a solution. I am a client-centered therapist with training in CBT and DBT. I utilize existential, spiritual, and solution-focused tools. I treat anxiety, depression, cognitive distortions (negative thought patterns), mood disorders, grief, and adjustment disorders.
(510) 946-1891 View (510) 946-1891
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Danielle Gersh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My name is Danielle Gersh, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I am a people person. I believe relationships help build trust and I would like to get to know you, so I can better understand what approach fits your needs. I believe different approaches are effective for different folks, since "one size" does not fit all. We can explore your feelings that are holding you back, patterns of behaviors that are not working well for you, and/or focus on how to move past an unexpected event. We will work together to better understand your needs.
My name is Danielle Gersh, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I am a people person. I believe relationships help build trust and I would like to get to know you, so I can better understand what approach fits your needs. I believe different approaches are effective for different folks, since "one size" does not fit all. We can explore your feelings that are holding you back, patterns of behaviors that are not working well for you, and/or focus on how to move past an unexpected event. We will work together to better understand your needs.
(510) 454-8417 View (510) 454-8417
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Stephen Prystash
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Stephen T. Prystash, LMFT. I have been licensed to practice since 1988 and have been in private practice since licensure. Over the years I have found that people are generally programmed toward personal fulfillment (self-actualization). With this in mind, my job is to create a safe, comfortable setting where one can explore their personal story and thus grow toward their potential. The Greek philosopher, Socrates said (500 years before the birth of Christ), "the unexamined life was not worth living." In my view, it is this examination that therapy is about at a root level.
Stephen T. Prystash, LMFT. I have been licensed to practice since 1988 and have been in private practice since licensure. Over the years I have found that people are generally programmed toward personal fulfillment (self-actualization). With this in mind, my job is to create a safe, comfortable setting where one can explore their personal story and thus grow toward their potential. The Greek philosopher, Socrates said (500 years before the birth of Christ), "the unexamined life was not worth living." In my view, it is this examination that therapy is about at a root level.
(510) 756-4061 View (510) 756-4061
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Elena Duong
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587  (Online Only)
Is your life at crossroads? Are you questioning everything, including what you want to do with your life? Do you know what you actually want to do? Growing up, you, who identify as sensitive, introverted, queer, and/or part of the minority, often felt like you don’t fit in. You learned to survive…becoming what other people wanted. As an adult, you realize you aren’t living the life you wanted. If you are of a minority identity and a young working professional, it is also likely no one prepared you for the transition from school to work.
Is your life at crossroads? Are you questioning everything, including what you want to do with your life? Do you know what you actually want to do? Growing up, you, who identify as sensitive, introverted, queer, and/or part of the minority, often felt like you don’t fit in. You learned to survive…becoming what other people wanted. As an adult, you realize you aren’t living the life you wanted. If you are of a minority identity and a young working professional, it is also likely no one prepared you for the transition from school to work.
(510) 738-3067 View (510) 738-3067
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Lorena Rincon Arredondo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My goal is to walk alongside my clients just until they feel confident in being able to continue their progress and meet life’s challenges on their own, with purpose and hope, and of course, with the support of their loved ones and their community.
My goal is to walk alongside my clients just until they feel confident in being able to continue their progress and meet life’s challenges on their own, with purpose and hope, and of course, with the support of their loved ones and their community.
(510) 681-2588 View (510) 681-2588
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Kelly Kratzer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in working with: children, teens, and families to address a variety of mental health challenges. My areas of expertise include helping clients overcome: Autism and Neurodivergent Children and Teens, Learning Disabilities, School Challenges, Social and Emotional Development, Parents of Children/Teens with Autism, Behavioral Support and Planning, Siblings of family members with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Peer Relationships.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in working with: children, teens, and families to address a variety of mental health challenges. My areas of expertise include helping clients overcome: Autism and Neurodivergent Children and Teens, Learning Disabilities, School Challenges, Social and Emotional Development, Parents of Children/Teens with Autism, Behavioral Support and Planning, Siblings of family members with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Peer Relationships.
(510) 241-4637 View (510) 241-4637
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Kennia Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My work focuses on individuals and couples. I have twelve years of experience treating and helping individuals gain insight, hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges, issues with relationships, self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, anger, problematic coping, and motivation. I strive to help you gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships through therapy.
My work focuses on individuals and couples. I have twelve years of experience treating and helping individuals gain insight, hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges, issues with relationships, self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, anger, problematic coping, and motivation. I strive to help you gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships through therapy.
(510) 694-0763 View (510) 694-0763
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Summer V. Vilkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Hello and welcome! I'm so glad you are here. I know looking for a therapist can be a daunting process and I applaud your determination to find the right fit for you. The reality is that none of us have it all figured out and can probably benefit from support to help navigate through life's challenges. Whether you are experiencing specific stressors, life transitions, complex trauma, anxiety, relational difficulties, or you are looking to cultivate a better relationship to yourself, I will provide you with a non-judgmental therapeutic space to support your empowerment process and help you to grow a greater understanding of yourself.
Hello and welcome! I'm so glad you are here. I know looking for a therapist can be a daunting process and I applaud your determination to find the right fit for you. The reality is that none of us have it all figured out and can probably benefit from support to help navigate through life's challenges. Whether you are experiencing specific stressors, life transitions, complex trauma, anxiety, relational difficulties, or you are looking to cultivate a better relationship to yourself, I will provide you with a non-judgmental therapeutic space to support your empowerment process and help you to grow a greater understanding of yourself.
(510) 216-1580 View (510) 216-1580
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Gianina Casareno Reibling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587  (Online Only)
I hear and see you! I have personal experience aiding clients of all ages, but have worked extensively with teens. I have worked with clients who faced issues with depression, anxiety, self worth, relentless inner chatter, complicated relationships, transitional life stages, infertility, public speaking, the global pandemic and generational cultural expectations which differ from one's own values. What everyone does have in common is that they are looking for a better relationship with themselves and others. I understand you because of my experience and I know how to assist you in overcoming your life challenges. You are not alone.
I hear and see you! I have personal experience aiding clients of all ages, but have worked extensively with teens. I have worked with clients who faced issues with depression, anxiety, self worth, relentless inner chatter, complicated relationships, transitional life stages, infertility, public speaking, the global pandemic and generational cultural expectations which differ from one's own values. What everyone does have in common is that they are looking for a better relationship with themselves and others. I understand you because of my experience and I know how to assist you in overcoming your life challenges. You are not alone.
(510) 422-0862 View (510) 422-0862
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Tengfei Li
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587  (Online Only)
With my experience throughout my therapist career life, I find people are able to get in touch with their own voice, motivation, and wisdom when they feel heard, seen, and understood. I provide therapy with love and care to clients and help them see and change their pattern in the here-and-now moment in the therapeutic relationship. Besides providing psychoeducation and coping skills to help clients manage their symptoms, I devote my work to helping clients explore their ways of transformation and getting closer to their True Self.
With my experience throughout my therapist career life, I find people are able to get in touch with their own voice, motivation, and wisdom when they feel heard, seen, and understood. I provide therapy with love and care to clients and help them see and change their pattern in the here-and-now moment in the therapeutic relationship. Besides providing psychoeducation and coping skills to help clients manage their symptoms, I devote my work to helping clients explore their ways of transformation and getting closer to their True Self.
(408) 668-0230 View (408) 668-0230
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LaKeina Ferguson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
I'm LaKeina Ferguson you can call me Keina. My approach to therapy is client centered meaning you're in charge. My areas of practice are substance abuse, depression, anxiety and for those who are suffering from low self-esteem and self-worth. I have a whole being philosophy because I truly believe that we have to take care of all of ourselves (mental, emotional, physical and spiritual) if we want to be completely whole. I typically work with clients who experience trauma as children and adults, domestic violence victims and perpetrators, substance abuse, Christian counseling, Bipolar disorders, depressive and anxiety disorders.
I'm LaKeina Ferguson you can call me Keina. My approach to therapy is client centered meaning you're in charge. My areas of practice are substance abuse, depression, anxiety and for those who are suffering from low self-esteem and self-worth. I have a whole being philosophy because I truly believe that we have to take care of all of ourselves (mental, emotional, physical and spiritual) if we want to be completely whole. I typically work with clients who experience trauma as children and adults, domestic violence victims and perpetrators, substance abuse, Christian counseling, Bipolar disorders, depressive and anxiety disorders.
(442) 219-8548 View (442) 219-8548
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Kristi Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Hello! I went into Clinical Social Work after a brief career in marketing and have been licensed and practicing in this field for the past 20 years. I was trained in the Strengths-Based model of social work. I consider my therapeutic approach to be Transpersonal in that I focus on mind, body, and spiritual elements in improving our mental health and wellness. I work with clients to determine their thought patterns and incorporate somatic practice and mindfulness to enhance well-being.
Hello! I went into Clinical Social Work after a brief career in marketing and have been licensed and practicing in this field for the past 20 years. I was trained in the Strengths-Based model of social work. I consider my therapeutic approach to be Transpersonal in that I focus on mind, body, and spiritual elements in improving our mental health and wellness. I work with clients to determine their thought patterns and incorporate somatic practice and mindfulness to enhance well-being.
(909) 323-1216 View (909) 323-1216
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Jose Gomez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Hello, I am Jose Xipe Gomez, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am here to join you on your recovery path to heal from what life challenges brings us. The hardest journey is the one you take from your head to your heart. The Healing Journey is found in the path leading back from your heart to your head. Your wellness is found in the continuous flow of honoring both your thoughts and feelings. I work with people from all walks of life, children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I am able to serve monolingual Spanish speaking people. I am comfortable in treating all human conditions including severe mental illness.
Hello, I am Jose Xipe Gomez, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am here to join you on your recovery path to heal from what life challenges brings us. The hardest journey is the one you take from your head to your heart. The Healing Journey is found in the path leading back from your heart to your head. Your wellness is found in the continuous flow of honoring both your thoughts and feelings. I work with people from all walks of life, children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I am able to serve monolingual Spanish speaking people. I am comfortable in treating all human conditions including severe mental illness.
(805) 572-6948 View (805) 572-6948
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Annemarie Ballinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
I know that finding a therapist can be a daunting task, especially when things are hard enough already! Maybe you are new to therapy or have been struggling for years to resolve anxiety, depression, relationship stress or past hurts and still unable to find relief. For 30 years I have been helping clients work through these and similar issues. Research and experience has taught me that a positive client-therapist relationship is key to a good therapy outcome. We are all authorities on our own life experience. Through active listening and dialogue, I strive to understand and attune to your unique experience with respect and care.
I know that finding a therapist can be a daunting task, especially when things are hard enough already! Maybe you are new to therapy or have been struggling for years to resolve anxiety, depression, relationship stress or past hurts and still unable to find relief. For 30 years I have been helping clients work through these and similar issues. Research and experience has taught me that a positive client-therapist relationship is key to a good therapy outcome. We are all authorities on our own life experience. Through active listening and dialogue, I strive to understand and attune to your unique experience with respect and care.
(510) 924-0828 View (510) 924-0828
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Brian Loveless
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My name is Brian Loveless, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. My goal is to create a safe, trusting, and uplifting environment for my clients to grow, gain insight and make meaningful change. Through collaboration, I feel that we all have the ability to heal from our pasts and learn and grow in the present. I have a strong passion for working with the LGBTQ community and I specialize in LGBTQ issues including gender identity and body dysmorphia, coming out issues, depression, anxiety, all areas of trauma.
My name is Brian Loveless, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. My goal is to create a safe, trusting, and uplifting environment for my clients to grow, gain insight and make meaningful change. Through collaboration, I feel that we all have the ability to heal from our pasts and learn and grow in the present. I have a strong passion for working with the LGBTQ community and I specialize in LGBTQ issues including gender identity and body dysmorphia, coming out issues, depression, anxiety, all areas of trauma.
(323) 861-3915 View (323) 861-3915
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Shimrit Zelig
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587
Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and growth. It provides a supportive and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My goal is to help you gain insight into your challenges and work towards creating a fulfilling and meaningful life. Whether you are facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other issues, therapy can help you find the path to healing and happiness.
Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and growth. It provides a supportive and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My goal is to help you gain insight into your challenges and work towards creating a fulfilling and meaningful life. Whether you are facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other issues, therapy can help you find the path to healing and happiness.
(510) 592-6851 View (510) 592-6851
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Ana Maldonado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My name is Ana Maldonado and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and families, and specialize in anxiety, stress, and family conflict. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Strength Based Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Ana Maldonado and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and families, and specialize in anxiety, stress, and family conflict. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Strength Based Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
(858) 544-5515 View (858) 544-5515
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Bridges Therapy Group of California
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
(510) 756-2927 View (510) 756-2927
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Janice Valdez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
(562) 568-7923 View (562) 568-7923
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Tu Hoang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
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Are you feeling stuck, down, stressed, worried or sad? Add on the overwhelming stress of looking through all these profiles. Here's a shortcut, call me! A simple phone call could be your first steps to feeling better. You want to find a better way, the old way is no longer working for you. Our work will be focused on helping you feel a sense compassion and clarity. If this is the kind of therapy you are looking for, then we're a good fit! I will support you in guiding you every step of the way and taking actionable steps towards your desired change in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Are you feeling stuck, down, stressed, worried or sad? Add on the overwhelming stress of looking through all these profiles. Here's a shortcut, call me! A simple phone call could be your first steps to feeling better. You want to find a better way, the old way is no longer working for you. Our work will be focused on helping you feel a sense compassion and clarity. If this is the kind of therapy you are looking for, then we're a good fit! I will support you in guiding you every step of the way and taking actionable steps towards your desired change in a relaxed and supportive environment.
(510) 983-7584 View (510) 983-7584

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Humanistic Therapists

How does humanistic therapy work?

One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.

Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?

Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.

How long does humanistic therapy last?

The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is humanistic therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.